Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sardis Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in North Carolina for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 64% (which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 51%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the North Carolina state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is lower than the North Carolina state level of 15:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the North Carolina state average of 58% (majority Black and Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in NC
- Math Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sardis Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in North Carolina for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Sardis Elementary School's student population of 529 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(No virtual instruction)
(No virtual instruction)
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sardis Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 2,617 schools in North Carolina (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sardis Elementary School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.72. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#935 out of 2617 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)64%
51%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
63%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
15:1
American Indian
n/a
1%
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
47%
22%
Black
14%
24%
White
32%
42%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
6%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
28.7%
Participates in the National School Lunch Program (NSLP)
Yes
Eligible for Free Lunch
98%
72%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (22-23)
6%
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), NC Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sardis Elementary School's ranking?
Sardis Elementary School is ranked #935 out of 2,617 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in North Carolina.
What schools are Sardis Elementary School often compared to?
Sardis Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poplin Elementary School, Shiloh Valley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 51% NC state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% NC state average).
How many students attend Sardis Elementary School?
529 students attend Sardis Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of Sardis Elementary School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sardis Elementary School?
Sardis Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is lower than the North Carolina state average of 15:1.
What grades does Sardis Elementary School offer ?
Sardis Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (No virtual instruction).
What school district is Sardis Elementary School part of?
Sardis Elementary School is part of Union County School District.
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